Newsom is said to be considering reducing all death row sentences in California.
California Governor Considers Commuting Death Row Sentences As his term comes to an end, California Governor Gavin Newsom is reportedly contemplating commuting the sentences of 563 inmates currently on death row, potentially converting their sentences to life in prison without the possibility of parole. This possibility is drawing significant criticism from law enforcement and victim […]
Wet Southern California bar continues serving drinks during rising tides and flooding
A bar in Redondo Beach, California, is bravely continuing to serve customers even as the area experiences significant flooding related to El Niño and high tides. Project Barley Taps and Grill has gained attention online after a video showed patrons enjoying drinks despite the inundation of seawater. The restaurant has made it clear that, while […]
Well-known Asian grocery store in Southern California shutting down in November
A major Asian grocery store has decided to shut down one of its locations in the Inland Empire, and it’s happening right before the holiday rush. The Chino branch of the largest Asian supermarket chain in the U.S. is set to close on November 15. While Chino does have another 99 Ranch Market and an […]
In-N-Out owner dismisses rumors about the chain departing California
Hey, California, no need to worry. Your beloved In-N-Out burgers aren’t going anywhere. The burger chain, which has its roots in California, is clarifying rumors that it’s planning to shut down all its locations in the state while expanding eastward. During an interview for the chain’s 78th anniversary, owner Lynsi Snyder addressed these concerns. She […]
Steve Hilton makes waves in Southern California while Xavier Becerra stays under the radar in the final days of the campaign
Steve Hilton, the Republican candidate for governor, drew crowds in the Los Angeles area on Wednesday with the election looming just days ahead. In contrast, his leading Democratic rival did not take part in any public events. Hilton had planned two events on Wednesday in Southern California. He started with a press conference in Altadena, […]
Home purchases in Southern California hit the lowest level since the Great Recession
Recently, the pace of homebuying in Southern California has hit levels more sluggish than during the Great Recession. Sales are approaching historic lows, yet prices are still close to their peak. Attom, a real estate data company, has updated its sales data, going back to 2005. They’ve used new ways to spot actual transactions in […]
British Columbia just rejected the left. Could California follow suit?
Political Shift in British Columbia Some people doubted it was possible. For a significant portion of the last twenty years, British Columbia’s political scene has been largely controlled by the increasingly progressive New Democratic Party and, well, the Liberal governments that didn’t quite have the guts to actually challenge state power. It’s a bit like […]
Ninth Circuit Decides Against Requiring California to Ignore Noncitizen Ballots
Federal Appeals Court Upholds California Mail Ballots Amid Noncitizen Controversy A federal appeals court has decided not to require California to set aside around 20,000 mail-in ballots associated with voters that the Trump administration claims are noncitizens. In a 2-1 ruling made on Monday, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals rejected an emergency request from […]
9th Circuit denies Trump DOJ’s urgent request regarding 20,000 disputed voters in California
Ninth Circuit Denies Emergency Request on California Voter Ballots A panel from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has, well, turned down an emergency appeal from the federal government aimed at stopping California officials from processing mail-in ballots belonging to 20,000 individuals identified as potential noncitizens. California’s officials have resisted this push from the Department […]
Tunnel project along picturesque Highway 101 in California moves to next stage
New images have emerged showcasing California’s longest tunnel, which is being constructed to navigate around a landslide-prone area. This 6,000-foot “Last Chance Grade” tunnel along Highway 101 in Del Norte County will be the largest underground road passage in the state’s history once it’s finished. The chosen route through the hillside aims to circumvent up […]